Urban Farm Facilitator Intern

American Friends Service Committee•New Orleans, LA

53d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a paid internship opportunity for someone who brings meaningful experience in urban agriculture, community engagement, education, food justice, or related work and is looking to deepen that experience in a mission-driven setting. We welcome candidates whose experience has been gained through professional roles, community-based work, volunteering, organizing, farming, or other hands-on settings. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is ready to bring their experience forward, contribute meaningfully from day one, and continue growing through hands-on, community-centered work. The Urban Farm Facilitator for Peace by Piece New Orleans will work at the Hollygrove Community Garden to maintain and expand garden spaces in the neighborhood. This role is responsible for the day-to-day management of our urban farm/community garden sites in Hollygrove, New Orleans. This is a hands-on role focused on growing food, maintaining farm systems, and supporting small-scale production and distribution. This role is ideal for someone who wants to deepen their experience in urban agriculture while contributing to a mission-driven organization.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum one year of experience in organic farming required.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Ability to work in outdoor garden spaces on multiple sites.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and to travel, as required.
Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment.
Experience with standard Microsoft Office and related technology.
Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations, of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities. Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.
Commitment to Quaker values and testimonies. Understanding of and compatibility with the principles and philosophy of the American Friends Service Committee including non-violence and the belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Respect for and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender and religious diversity and familiarity with non-violent approaches to problem solving.
Ability to organize, plan ahead and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations, of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience in farm management preferred.
Youth and young adults interested in gardening, food security and climate justice are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Manage watering, planting, cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
Monitor and manage irrigation, compost, pests, and soil health using regenerative farming practices.
Maintain farm infrastructure, tools, and equipment.
Coordinate harvest, packing, and distribution for community members.
Collecting and maintaining compost pile.
Ensure safe, clean, and compliant farm operations.
Work cooperatively with growers, community members and volunteers.
Coordinate daily farm tasks and ensure work is completed effectively.
Participate in weekly team meetings and planning.
Foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
Performing other duties as needed such as painting, digging, mowing, building, and contributing to the overall maintenance of the garden.
Support farm tours and volunteer days.
Assist with outreach and distribution of food on and off site.
Engage respectfully with a diverse group of residents.
Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
Operates safely in all conditions and follows policies and procedures.
Other duties and projects as assigned.